“The Lord is my strength and my shield; My heart trusted in Him, and I am helped; Therefore, my heart greatly rejoices, And with my song I will praise Him,” Psalm 27:7-8 ESV. The Sahara Desert is the world’s largest at 3.3 million square miles. Flying over it is an amazing and daunting sight. It seems to go on forever, but every desert has its boundaries, every ocean has its shores, and every storm its final moment. Likewise, every trial we experience in this life has its limits; no adversity can go on forever. While trudging through, it may feel like difficulties are never-ending, but they cannot extend beyond God’s sovereign authority. His love and provision are inexhaustible. He accompanies us through each moment of every trial, and the rewards of trust and faithfulness are ever-present and never-ending. Father, Your goodness and mercy accompany my journey, and Your power is beyond limits!
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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